Insulin Glargine Dose and Weight Changes in Underweight, Normal Weight, and Overweight Children Newly Diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus

ConclusionFor children who presented underweight, the McLaren IBW method was the best predictor of outpatient dose and body weight, whereas ABW was the best estimate in overweight and obese patients. Further investigation of the role of IBW or adjusted body weight –based dosing methods in underweight pediatric patients with T1D may assist in optimal dosing.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.

Source: Pharmacotherapy: The Journal of Human Pharmacology and Drug Therapy - May 17, 2019 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Bethany Sharpless Chalk, Janet Crane, Gayane Yenokyan, Erika May Pineda, Carlton K.K. Lee Tags: Original Research Article Source Type: research